Welcome to the self-driving tour of Utah National Parks
Explore all of Utah’s majestic beauty! From the towering canyons of Zion to the precarious arches of Arches — see everything the national parks & monuments have to offer and more. Meander through Bryce’s mysterious hoodoos, marvel at the vastness of the Grand Staircase, and ogle the enormous formations of Monument Valley.
This self-guided tour of Utah National Parks bundle contains the full driving tours for:
- Arches National Park
- Canyonlands National Park
- Bryce National Park
- Capitol Reef
- Zion National Park
- Monument Valley
- Grand Staircase – Escalante
About the Bundle
Arches National Park
Discover the gravity-defying wonder of Arches National Park! Find hidden life within the harsh, beautiful desert. Marvel at impossible rock formations and towering arches millions of years in the making, and learn how it all came to be. Along the way, listen to the riveting history of the tribes who lived here for thousands of years. Hear their legends of the trickster god who brought them to the desert and the portals through time that lie dormant throughout the park!
Zion National Park
See why early Mormon pioneers thought Zion National Park was heaven on earth! Visit natural wonders like the Temple of Sinawava and the Weeping Rock. Learn the land’s history, from its formation to the first people who lived here and inscribed petroglyphs on the canyon walls. See emerald pools, staggering mountain peaks, and much, much more. This tour works by car, bike, or shuttle, so you can see the park however you want to!
Bryce Canyon National Park
Marvel at the towering hoodoos dot Bryce Canyon, which must be seen to be believed! Dive into the history and legends of the tribes who lived here, including the harrowing tale of giants who were turned to stone and became the hoodoos we see today. Visit groves of Earth’s oldest trees and hear the spooky story of the curse which afflicts anyone who chooses to study these ancient, gnarled plants too closely.
Monument Valley
Explore Hollywood and Navajo history’s “Wild West” as you drive through Monument Valley’s dramatic landscape. This self-guided audio tour along a 17-mile Navajo route allows you to enjoy the incredible panoramas while learning about Navajo culture, tribal history, and Hollywood stardom.
Grand Staircase (or as we call it Grand Stare-case)
Unearth hidden secrets at the Grand Staircase! Hidden within this towering staircase are clues to the land’s long history, and we’ll help you uncover it all. Learn about the dinosaur fossils people have found here including a T-Rex skeleton! Visit a petrified forest, sparkling waterfalls, and sweeping vistas. Plus, hear the legends of the tribes who lived here, including the tale of when Coyote tried to catch the sun.
Canyonlands National Park
Venture into the staggering beauty of Canyonlands, home to the gorgeous red desert and more canyons than you can shake a stick at. Stand atop breathtaking vistas, hear the legend behind Dead Horse Park, and get a great look at the Colorado River. Then, hike the Aztec Butte trail to glimpse fragments of ancient history! Finally, catch an unforgettable sunset at Grand View Point, which earns its name.
Capitol Reef National Park
Step back in time at Capitol Reef as you tour the remnants of a preserved pioneer town. Explore striking contrasts as you move from a desert filled with colorful rocks to verdant orchards along the riverside. Then, visit the site of ancient petroglyphs archeologists are still deciphering to this day!
This combo contains all these tours in one easy package. So get out there and explore all that Utah has to offer!
Why buy the bundle?
Explore Utah’s national parks, including the ‘Utah Mighty 5‘ in a single bundle! Put it this way, with the bundle, you get seven tours and save over 50% off the cost of buying the individual tours.
Note: Because of the inferior cell service at the park, please keep Cellular Data OFF and WiFi ON while touring in the park.
2022 Updates
Arches Park timings
- April – September: 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- October – early November: 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- November: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- December – February: 9:00am – 4:00 p.m.
Zion
As of April 1st, 2022, all hikers heading to Angels Landing will need a permit. This permit can either be seasonal or through the day-before lottery system applied on recreation.gov. It costs $6 to apply for a permit. The fee covers an application for up to 6 people.
Upgrade to Action+
For $89.99, you can upgrade to Action+ Annual Unlimited Subscription with 100+ tours. Use the tours as often as you like during your one-year subscription period. You also get free access to any new tours that come out during the time you are subscribed.
Additional Information
What do we do?
Simply put, Action Tour Guide is an audio guide, map, and tour book – all in one app! We are a GPS-enabled app-based tour that narrates information based on your location right on your phone. You can experience our driving and walking tours at your own pace and literally at any time of the day!
Lifetime Validity
Changing travel date? No worries! All individual tours come with lifetime validity.
No Network Needed
The tour works offline, so you do not need your phone network to enjoy the tour. However, we suggest you download the tour at your home, hotel, visitor center, etc., before heading out for a completely immersive experience.
Entry Ticket
This is not an entry ticket. Please visit https://www.recreation.gov/ for more info on entry/admission tickets.
How many bundles should I purchase?
Since this is a driving tour bundle, you only need to buy one per car.
Tour Starting Point Addresses:
Arches: Arches National Park Visitor Center, Arches Entrance Rd, Moab, UT 84532
Bryce: 139 UT-12, Bryce, UT 84764, USA.
Canyonlands: 112 UT-313, Moab, UT 84532
Capitol Reef: Torrey Pioneer Schoolhouse, Torrey, UT 84775
Zion: Springdale Visitor Center, 1101 Zion Park Blvd, Springdale, UT 84767
Zion East Entrance: East Entrance Ranger Station
Monument Valley: Monument Valley Post Office
Grand Staircase: Red Canyon Visitor Center, 5375 UT-12, Panguitch, UT 84759